12 Australian Knitting
Main Fashion Trends to
Look Out For
Oversized tops, jumpers, crewnecks,
sweatshirts are in the fore, yet there
is space on the fashion board for
delicate crochet tops and classic
super-soft cardigans for us to wear.
The season’s trends cover a wide
range of styles and eras:-- The 50’s Style – this trend is based
on feminine shapes and ‘pairs’
knitwear (glam twinset) with flared
or ruffled skirts, classic slim and
midi skirts (Check out Calla, Adam
Lippes) - Baroque to Chic – this style favours
silk, satin, cashmere, velvet and
chiffon, however knitted hats feature
as part of this option. (Check out
Rebecca Minkoff, Ruffian) - Cubist or Abstract – this style
presents a minimalist approach and
includes the monochrome colours
and patterns of stripes and lines.
(Check out Rag & Bone, Tess
Giberson) - Comfy and Cool – this style takes
its inspiration from loose fitting
pyjamas! (Check out Marc Jacobs,
Missoni) - Retro Chic 80’s – not always on
everyone’s radar! The 80’s glam
look, complete with metallic details
and accessories may tempt you to
add these in as embellishments to
your knitwear. (Check out Ostwald
Helgason, Balmain)- Ethnic Inspiration Dolce & Gabbana
lead the way with this fashion style,
yet there is more to this style and
way of dressing that just says ‘ethnic
and folk’. For example, this season
sees simple and clear lines and
colours vying for position with bright
and chic, prints, appliqués, suede
trousers and oversized cardigans
(Check out Tommy Hilfiger, Ralph
Lauren who lead the way)
Other General Trends
There are several other trends around
this season worth mentioning,
although not on everyone’s wish
list! Trends – such as ‘Punk-Rock
Inspiration’ and ‘Sporty Styles’. Punk
Rock fashion generally focuses on
zips, belts and ‘in your face’ and ‘over
the top’ looks, whilst the sporty style
uses Neoprene and perforated leather
and showcases such colours as gold,
red, dark blue and also olive.
Busy patterns, plaids and checks
are still around and can be seen
in jumpsuits and coatdresses. As
always, there is an opposing trend toFeature
Above left: Winter Grey-Green
Above middle: Mauve Cables
Above right: Fuchsia Cable
Below: Yarn BobsOpposite page
Top: Chunky Winter White
Below left: Big Crochet
Below right: Fuchsia Cardigan
Bottom: Chunky Khaki